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The Edge of Work

Al Dea
Talent Development
Leadership Development
Change Management
Leadership
AI In the Workplace
Employee Engagement
Workplace Culture
Performance Management
Employee Experience
Workplace Trends
Global Human Capital Trends Report
Artificial Intelligence
Organizational Culture
Generational Dynamics
Continuous Learning
Wellstar Health System
Coaching
Generational Trends
Skills Development
Social Contract

The Edge of Work provides new insights and ideas to help leaders navigate the changing world of work. In each episode, we’ll talk to leaders, practitioners, and innovators to explore new ideas for attracting and developing talent, leadership, and workplace culture, all to help you lead and succeed in a changing world of work.

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The Edge of Work has been exploring the role of the manager as well as the emphasis on manager development throughout its three seasons. 

During this episode, Al breaks down the role of the peopl... more

Note: This episode is a recording of a live virtual webinar.

As 2025 comes to a close, Al Dea is joined by Kyle Forrest (Principal, Deloitte Consulting), Ana Maria Sencovici (Chief Talent Officer, Royal Caribbean Group), and Brian Elliott (CEO, Work... more

In this solo episode, Al Dea reflects on the biggest themes he has been exploring throughout the fall as leaders continue navigating rapid workplace and technology change. He shares what he has learned from helping organizations adopt AI more effecti... more

Lucrecia Borgonovo is the Chief Talent and Organizational Effectiveness Officer at Mastercard, where she leads a global team focused on building a future-ready workforce. In this episode, Lucrecia shares how Mastercard evolved its culture through The... more

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Recent Guests

Ana Maria Sencovici
Chief Talent Officer at Royal Caribbean, focusing on talent strategies
Royal Caribbean
Episode: The State of Work: Lessons from 2025 and What Comes Next
Brian Elliott
Advisor to leaders on future work trends, demographics, and technology
Episode: The State of Work: Lessons from 2025 and What Comes Next
Lucrecia Borgonovo
Chief Talent and Effectiveness Officer at Mastercard
Mastercard
Episode: The Mastercard Way: Building a Future-Ready Workforce with Lucrecia Borgonovo
Natalie Tincher
General Manager of Enterprise Talent Performance and Skills at Delta Airlines
Delta Airlines
Episode: Building a Skills-Based Culture at Delta Air Lines
Andy Storch
Author and keynote speaker
Episode: Andy Storch on Taking Ownership of Your Career and Brand
Matthew J. Daniel
Senior Principal of Talent Strategy and Mobility at Guild Education
Guild Education
Episode: Live From The Guild Opportunity Summit: Insights on Career Growth, Skills, and the Talent Resilience Index
Marquita Williams
Executive Director of Organizational Learning and Development at AdventHealth
AdventHealth
Episode: Live From The Guild Opportunity Summit: Insights on Career Growth, Skills, and the Talent Resilience Index
Dr. Anna Tavis
Chair of the Department of Human Capital Management
NYU
Episode: How AI Is Transforming Leadership Development
Dr. Serena Gonsalves-Fersch
Global Head of Talent Learning and Engagement at SoftwareOne with a focus on workforce development
SoftwareOne
Episode: Dr. Serena Gonsalves-Fersch on Rethinking Learning for the Future of Work

Host

Al Dea
Host with deep experience in leadership development, talent management, and human resources, providing actionable insights and facilitating conversations with industry leaders.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
  • Real, Actionable Insights in Minutes

    Al’s advice is a quick hit - easy, digestible, and packed with real, actionable insights. Perfect for talent professionals and business leaders alike. No fluff, just the good stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FC Francine
    United States6 months ago
  • Best in class!

    Al - you are serving an extremely important cause of demystifying the very nature of transformation in work. Doing this through your own curiosity and through the insights of your esteemed guests is so very special. Wish you continued success.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vivek__K
    United States7 months ago
  • Thoughtful, concise and professional

    Being in the leadership and career consulting space myself, I am always looking for quality insight on key topics. This pod is well produced, clear, interesting and concise. I really have learned some new ways of thinking as well as consolidating and deepening my insight in my area of specialism. Thanks Al!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bruckst
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • The Edge of Work hosted by Al Dea is a standout podcast for business enthusiasts. Al's insightful interviews and deep understanding of the topic make each episode educational and engaging. He has a knack for making the topic easily digestible and turning it into actionable advice that listeners can apply to their situations. I highly recommend it - this is time well spent!

    Podchaser
    5
    Aly_Zenrabbit
    a year ago
  • Great insights on the future of work

    Al does an amazing job of curating guests and interviewing them to tease out important insights for today’s and the near future’s world of work. This is a podcast I rely on to stay on top of the world of talent, HR, and work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    koneto12
    United States2 years ago

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Feedback indicates a strong appreciation for the host's ability to extract meaningful insights from guests, enhancing the overall learning experience.
The emphasis on no-nonsense, practical advice is a highlight for many professionals in leadership roles.

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The State of Work: Lessons from 2025 and What Comes Next
Q: Kyle, what are HR leaders asking you about?
On a tactical level, they're asking which AI automation tools to use and how this impacts roles within their teams.
The State of Work: Lessons from 2025 and What Comes Next
Q: AMS, in your role as Chief Talent Officer, what is taking up your time these days?
I am finding a pull towards getting back to the basics, focusing on real collaboration and optimizing meetings to build trust among humans.
The Mastercard Way: Building a Future-Ready Workforce with Lucrecia Borgonovo
Q: Could you share a little bit of just context and framing for why you went about this process of the Mastercard way?
We saw a need to evolve our culture to remain strong and relevant in support of our critical business directives, especially with changing generational expectations.
The Mastercard Way: Building a Future-Ready Workforce with Lucrecia Borgonovo
Q: Could you share just a little bit more about your role in the work that you're doing at Mastercard?
I lead the Talent and Org Effectiveness Center of Excellence at Mastercard, focusing on talent acquisition, learning, talent management, and organizational development to ensure a future-ready workforce.
Dr. Serena Gonsalves-Fersch on Rethinking Learning for the Future of Work
Q: What do you think the implications are for the L&D profession itself as AI takes over certain tasks?
The human role in organizations will never disappear, but L&D must evolve to focus on human skills like empathy, critical thinking, and stakeholder management.

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What is The Edge of Work about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on providing insights on leadership and the evolving dynamics of the workplace, a range of prominent guests share their expertise in management, talent development, and organizational culture. Frequent discussions center around the impact of artificial intelligence on career development, strategies for effective employee engagement, and the importance of personal branding. With a mix of established leaders from various industries, the content is designed for professionals looking to enhance their understanding of contemporary HR practices and leadership methodologies, making it especially relevant to those navigating the challenges of a rapidly changing work environment. The podcast offers actionable insights and practical strategie... more

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Recent guests on The Edge of Work include:

1. Ana Maria Sencovici
2. Brian Elliott
3. Lucrecia Borgonovo
4. Natalie Tincher
5. Andy Storch
6. Matthew J. Daniel
7. Marquita Williams
8. Dr. Anna Tavis

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